Principal Embedded Software Engineer P4 (Onsite) (East Hartford)

Location

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-OBF2 ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG OBF2

Date Posted

2026-06-26

Country

United States of America

Position Role Type

Onsite

Citizenship

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance

Not Required

What You Will Do

Control & Diagnostic Systems (CDS) is a dynamic engineering organization focused on the development and certification of military, commercial and industrial gas turbine engine control and diagnostic systems. CDS is responsible for all aspects of Pratt & Whitney engine control and diagnostic system development including requirements analysis & definition, system & software architecture, algorithm design and product software design, verification & validation. We integrate the control and diagnostic system design across other engine system modules and with the air vehicles and provide support throughout the complete engine product life cycle. The Real-Time Embedded Systems discipline within CDS is responsible for the foundational software layer that abstracts the hardware and manages the resources for engine control and prognostic and health management applications for P&W engines using state of the art technologies, tools & methodologies.

Job Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Lead the requirements definition, architecture, and low‑level design of embedded software in C and/or ADA.
• System Certification: Drive development activities ensuring compliance with airworthiness standards MIL-STD-516 and/or DO-178.
• Hardware/Software Integration: Lead debugging and integration efforts on target platforms, utilizing logic analyzers, emulators, and hardware test benches.
• Mentorship & Strategy: Coach and delegate work to lower-level professionals, review technical output, and identify key process improvements to increase organizational efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with System Architects and Program Management to present technical status and risks to the Business Owner (CIPT).
• Capability Building: Leverage and enhance current processes and design tools.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).
• 8 years of engineering experience, or an Advanced Degree and 5 years’ experience.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Hands‑on experience in developing and troubleshooting safety‑critical embedded software on target processors utilizing logic analyzers, emulators and test hardware.
• Prior experience leading software product or feature teams.
• Experience with software configuration management, defect tracking tools and agile methods; solid track record of achieving results in a technical role.
• Familiarity with IEEE 1394, the Ethernet communication stack and other communication protocols.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, high‑pressure engineering environment.
• US Security Clearance is preferred; willing to obtain and maintain.

What We Offer

• Benefits.
• Relocation Assistance.

Salary

$107,500 USD – $204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

Benefits Details

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement.

EEO Statement

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.